Clinical trials
Stress Ball clinical trials
Below are recruiting stress ball clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 18 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07676422Recruiting
Stress ball use during mouth care
This study tests if squeezing a stress ball during mouth care can help reduce discomfort or stress. You may be able to join if you can follow instructions and don't have any hand or movement issues.
VanAges 18 years+ - NCT07452770Recruiting
Stress ball use during cataract surgery for pain and fear
This study tests whether squeezing a stress ball during cataract surgery can help reduce pain, fear, and increase satisfaction. It is for people having their first cataract surgery who are awake and able to squeeze a ball.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 18 years+ - NCT06626958Recruiting
Stress ball for pain and comfort during labor
This trial tests if squeezing a stress ball during active labor can reduce pain and increase comfort for women having a vaginal birth. It may offer a simple, drug-free way to manage labor pain.
Muş, MerkezAges 18–40 - NCT06302010Recruiting
Stress ball for anxiety during high-risk pregnancy test
This study tests whether squeezing a stress ball during a non-stress test (baby heartbeat check) can help lower anxiety and improve well-being for women with high-risk pregnancies. It's for women who are at least 32 weeks pregnant.
SamsunAges 18–45 - NCT07108192Recruiting
Hand holding and stress ball for cataract surgery comfort
This study tests whether holding a stress ball or having your hand held during cataract surgery can help lower pain and anxiety. It is for people having their first cataract surgery and who are not on certain medications.
SakaryaAges 18 years+ - NCT07383935Recruiting
Stress ball use during chemotherapy for GI cancer patients
This study tests whether using a stress ball during chemotherapy helps patients with gastrointestinal cancer feel better. It may reduce stress or discomfort during treatment.
ArtvinAges 18 years+ - NCT06977867Enrolling by invitation
Stress balls for comfort and anxiety in dialysis
This study tests whether using a stress ball during hemodialysis (a treatment for kidney failure) helps patients feel more comfortable, less anxious, and more satisfied with their care.
Bitlis, TatvanAges 18–98 - NCT07265960Recruiting
Virtual reality and stress ball for kidney stone procedure
This study tests if using a virtual reality headset or squeezing a stress ball can help reduce fear, pain, and anxiety during a procedure called ureteroscopy (a scope to treat kidney stones). It aims to make the experience more comfortable for you.
Mersin, TarsusAges 18 years+ - NCT07101172Enrolling by invitation
Stress ball for anxiety and pain during prostate biopsy
This study tests whether using a stress ball during a prostate biopsy can help reduce anxiety and pain. It may be an option if you are having your first biopsy and can squeeze a ball.
Çorum, MerkezAges 18 years+ - NCT07752004Enrolling by invitation
Using a stress ball during breathing support therapy
This trial tests whether squeezing a stress ball can help reduce stress and anxiety in people who are using a breathing mask that supports their breathing (non-invasive ventilation). It might make the experience more comfortable and help you feel calmer during treatment.
IstanbulAges 18 years+ - NCT07750236Recruiting
Stress ball for easing fear and pain during allergy testing
This trial gives children a stress ball to hold during their allergy skin test, to see if it helps reduce fear, anxiety, and pain, and makes the experience more satisfying for the family.
TarsusAges 4–10 - NCT06759337Recruiting
Stress ball or hand holding during IUI for pain and anxiety
This trial tests if using a stress ball or having your hand held during intrauterine insemination (IUI) can reduce pain, anxiety, and discomfort. It compares these two simple comfort techniques to standard care.
Kayseri, MelikgaziAges 18–50 - NCT07119983Recruiting
Stress ball for pain relief during diabetic foot wound cleaning
This study tests whether squeezing a stress ball during wound cleaning (debridement) can help reduce pain and distress for people with diabetic foot ulcers. If you're having this procedure for the first time and have mild pain or more, this simple technique may offer comfort.
Mersin, TarsusAges 18 years+ - NCT06818500Recruiting
Body composition and blood vessel health in women with a healthy weight
This study looks at how body composition (muscle and fat) affects blood vessel health in women who have a healthy body weight. The goal is to learn more about blood vessel function in this group.
Muncie, IndianaAges 18–50 - NCT06523413Recruiting
Games and stress balls for anxiety after knee surgery
This study tests whether playing a game or squeezing a stress ball can help reduce anxiety and keep your vital signs (like heart rate and blood pressure) stable after knee replacement surgery. It is designed for people who are having a total knee replacement and can understand Turkish.
IspartaAges 18 years+ - NCT06358612Recruiting
Stress ball for anxiety during thyroid biopsy
This study tests whether using a stress ball during a thyroid biopsy can help reduce anxiety. It's for people having their first thyroid biopsy with only one lump to be checked.
Halifax, Nova ScotiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07679295Enrolling by invitation
Port needle change: pain, anxiety, and satisfaction
This trial tests if using a stress ball during port needle changes can help reduce pain and anxiety in cancer patients. It aims to improve comfort and patient satisfaction.
SanliurfaAges 18 years+ - NCT07319806Enrolling by invitation
Two ways to help kids feel better during breathing tube removal
This study tests two different methods to lower pain, fear, and emotional upset when a breathing sample is taken from hospitalized children aged 6 to 12. The goal is to find which approach works best to make the experience easier for your child.
DüzceAges 6–12
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for stress ball?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 18 recruiting stress ball studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a stress ball trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a stress ball trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.